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Ikpeazu diverted N10bn airport fund into road construction – Abia PDP
Published
4 months agoon
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Vice Chairman and acting Publicity Secretary of the Peoples Democratic Party in Abia State, Abraham Amah, talks to DANIEL AYANTOYE about the aborted airport project, among other issues
In a recent statement, you disowned the comment of the former speakers of the state House of Assembly on the performance of the state Governor, Alex Otti. Does it mean that they did not speak the mind of your political party, the PDP?
In that statement, we made it very clear that as members of the Association of Former Speakers, have the right to pay a visit to the state governor. It’s part of their fundamental rights. There is no law against that. And for those of them who are members of the PDP, there is no law also in the party against that. So, they have the right to go to where they have gone. Whatever they had said, they also said on behalf of themselves and not on behalf of the party. Another very important thing to note is that the membership of that association cuts across several political parties in the state.
But is it not anti-party for PDP members in the group to visit and commend the governor in such a way that could portray an endorsement of the Labour Party government in the state?
The truth about it is that some politicians put their interests first before anything else. The major purpose of that visit was to engage the governor for him to consider the need to pay them a kind of pension every month as former members of the state House of Assembly because there was a subsisting law before, which took care of the interests of the former governors but did not take care of the interests of former speakers.
Also, because judiciary leaders get something when they leave office, they (former speakers) go to canvass for that. But unknown to them, the governor was already planning to abrogate the law that favours the former governors through the act of the State Assembly. When you lobby as a politician, you tell the person you are lobbying something that will make him happy, to be able to grant you what you want. That was exactly the card they played.
Unfortunately for them, the card was not able to attract anything. The situation is just that the public was not looking at it from the angle that they were former members of the State House of Assembly who visited the governor but from the angle of the PDP and that is the narrative most media houses were promoting.
How will you describe the request they presented to the governor? Is it justifiable or not?
There is no basis for me to say it’s justifiable or not. As I said, no law allows for such expenditure, as far as the state is concerned. What they should have done was to take that lobby to the state House of Assembly, and not to the governor. They should have lobbied the Speaker of the state House of Assembly and members and then sponsored a bill. That is the appropriate thing for them to have done. When they sponsor that bill and it is passed through first, second, and third reading, and then move it to the governor for assent, it is at about that time they can visit the governor to tender the request.
Does that mean they goofed in their tactics despite being former lawmakers?
Of course, they did.
The former lawmakers praised the governor’s performance in the state while endorsing his administration. Do you agree with their appraisal?
Unfortunately, he is less than one year but in the next couple of weeks, he will be one year in office. The only way to talk about performance is to look at what he has been able to receive from the Federation Account, what he has been able to generate through the internally generated revenue vis-à-vis the expenditure, and then we match this expenditure with what is visible on the ground. If we follow this format, I can assure you that many Abia people, today, think that the governor has not done well.
The governor (Otti) spends a lot of money on media and propaganda, and to a very large extent, he is enjoying the dividends of that propaganda, but such dividends can only last for a while. Let me just run down what was captured from the websites of the state government. In less than one year, the governor has spent N11.4bn to run the Governor’s Office, and as we speak, the governor operates from his private home. The fundamental question here is why a governor spends N11.4bn to run a Governor’s Office in his home. What is it that you are running in that home? I think we are in the 11th month; so, you are spending a little bit about over N1bn every month to run the Governor’s Office from your home. The governor has also spent N32.3bn on roads. The truth is that Abia people are asking, where are the roads?
Don’t you think that a government that can provide information about its expenditures and its income on its websites is transparent and can also be described as a performer?
That website was put in place by the former administration as a requirement of the World Bank for all the states in Nigeria. That is why they cannot shut it down. The first time their publications on that website were captured by the media, that website was shut down. But when there was a lot of pressure from the World Bank, It had to come up again. The website enables the World Bank to monitor the activities of the state government because of what they are doing in the various states across the country. So, it is not as if the state government put up the site on purpose. All the state governments have these websites for the purpose I mentioned.
There have been several reports of people applauding the performance of the governor, saying he is performing well in this state. Why is this so?
Let me analyse one of those major performance indicators they boast of. During a lecture at Johns Hopkins University, recently, the governor told the world that he met 10 years of unpaid pension arrears and that he had cleared these arrears. Everybody clapped for him. If you search on Google, you will also find out that several mainstream media have also reported on the clearance of 10 years of pension arrears in Abia State, whereas what was paid as pension arrears in Abia State was pension for nine months and not 10 years as he claimed.
The problem is that a lot of people don’t know how to verify these things. There is also a video that is trending about him building a seaport in Abia State. That is what an average Igbo man wants to hear. Most of these claims, with the support of artificial intelligence, we have people who can package them together and when they watch it, they believe that something like that is going whereas there is no stone laying or foundation or inauguration of any building or any seaport anywhere in the state.
Even as we speak, there is no document presented to the federal authorities saddled with the responsibility of approving a seaport much less of anybody building anything. We have this type of misinformation circulating everywhere. The people have bought into this information. They believe that these things are true. They don’t know that they are not true. So, today, the pensioners in Abia State are saying, ‘You cannot do this to us.’
Reach out to the pensioners and ask them, ‘How many months’ pension has been paid?’ If you look at the money they allocated for pension, in these documents, you’ll find out that it’s around N1bn. You will agree with me that the amount cannot be pension for 10 years. It’s under one-year pension arrears. He creates this narrative and pushes them.
How is this possible that?
When we talk about marketing, the banks in Nigeria, particularly the new-generation banks, came with innovation in marketing. The kind of innovation we have never seen before. When you talk about advertisements and those who pay the biggest money for advertisements, for radio and television, it’s Nigerian banks. So, he (Otti) brought that kind of innovation of marketing to governance.
Recently, the governor revealed that the previous government under PDP’s Okezie Ikpeazu spent billions of naira on a non-existing airport which was discovered through an audit report. How did this happen?
To conduct an audit requires by law that the auditor, as a matter of necessity, or compulsion, must engage the person or institution to be audited. That is, those who operate the business he is auditing, and ask them questions. That was why, when President Bola Tinubu’s administration appointed an auditor to do a forensic audit for the Central Bank of Nigeria, they had to go to where Emefele was detained, brought him out, and asked questions. You cannot do an audit without asking. So, you cannot conduct an audit without asking questions to the auditee.
Secondly, you accused a company of receiving N10bn, according to your report, but today, that same construction company remains your number one construction company. If you want to conduct an investigation, the first suspect is a person who received the money into his accounts because to receive the money into your accounts, you must deliver the services for which that money was meant.
So, was the money paid for the airport, and where is the airport?
The documents are available everywhere. Those who served in the government and others made those documents available. What happened was that when that N10bn loan was approved for the airports, members of Abia State Council of Chiefs; that is the traditional rulers, approached the governor and told him that from Aba to Port Harcourt was a maximum of one one-hour drive, from Umuahia to Uyo was one hour, from Umuahia to Owerri Airport was 45 minutes, and that we were like a state surrounded by three major airports and that what we needed at that moment was the construction of more roads because we had a lot of bad roads.
Based on that, the governor approached the House of Assembly and told them to do the necessary approval for that money which had been paid to the construction company that was already handling several road projects in Abia State to capture same for further jobs about road construction. The good thing is that the construction company is not a ghost, and the governor is still using them for projects to date. The governor does not mention the company, but the former governor, Ikpeazu.
I had expected the construction company as a responsible organised firm to issue a statement and tell the world about what they know and what they do not know about the N10bn, because as far as the law is concerned and as far as the best of investigators are concerned, the only body that can implicate the former government is the construction company, and the only way they can do that is to prove that they transmitted some of those monies back to Ikpeazu, and that will not make them free.
To the best of your knowledge, was the money channelled to road projects in the state, or was transmitted back to the state government?
It was used for the construction of roads in the states, and as we have said and I speak again today, there is no statement from the company itself.
Some have perceived the visit of the lawmakers to Governor Otti as an attempt to defect to the Labour Party. Is your party not concerned about this development?
I joined politics in the ‘90s as a young man; I contested my first election under the (United Nigeria Congress Party) UNCP on December 6, 1997. I won that election into the state House of Assembly. It has been the tradition of Nigerian politicians to defect, and each time a person defects, it creates room for other people to join. As I speak to you, prominent individuals are reaching out to the party that they want to join the PDP.
Many of those defecting are doing that for personal interest. They know better why they are doing what they are doing. As far as we are concerned, they have not also violated any known law, and our party is open to people. So, for us, it is a season of shedding leaves, and some of these leaves, I can assure you that many of those leaves will turn out to become manure for the same tree they fell from. So, do not be surprised that many of the people who are leaving the party (the PDP) today will still come back to the party to work for the party tomorrow. We have seen that happen on several occasions.
It was said that the division in your party led to the loss of the 2023 presidential election. Do you think there will be any difference in 2027?
Well, 2027 is still pregnant. I don’t want to dwell on that because I am a human being, a Christian, and an Elder in the Church. A lot of people will even die before that time. Sometimes when men talk, they don’t remember that people die. That I am alive now is all by the grace of God. So, I don’t know what will happen in the next minute or seconds from now. A lot of things will still happen between 2023 and 2027. So, don’t let us talk about that. What is on the ground now is that the party is preparing for the congress.
Of course, one thing that is always certain is that political parties adopt strategies ahead of the elections. Do you see the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, working for the PDP in 2027?
This is not the first time that a President appointed a member of another political party and we have seen it happen several in the history of this country. It happened in the First Republic. It also happened in the Second Republic during (Shehu) Shagari’s administration where some members of the Nigerian Peoples Party were given appointments by the then government. In the Third Republic, we saw it happen when Obasanjo himself did the same and they said the action was under the framework of Government of National Unity.
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Speech for the Official Media Launch of the Scripps Spelling Bee USA in Nigeria.. By: Eugenia Tachie-Menson
Published
6 days agoon
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[Opening Remarks] Distinguished guests, esteemed government functionaries, members of the diplomatic corps, educators, Speller-hopefuls, parents, and members of the media, it is an absolute honor to welcome you to this historic moment in our nation’s educational journey. Today, we stand on the cusp of an incredible milestone as Nigeria officially joins the global family of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, a platform that has, for nearly a century, celebrated the intellect, dedication, and tenacity of young minds across the world.
[Origins and Vision of Young Educators Foundation] The story of how we arrived here today is one of vision, perseverance, and a deep-seated belief in the power of education. It began with the Young Educators Foundation’s unwavering mission to empower young learners by providing them with opportunities that extend beyond the classroom. This mission led to the acquisition of the Scripps franchise for Ghana nearly two decades ago, making Ghana the first African nation to participate in this prestigious competition. Over the years, Ghana’s Spellers have demonstrated that Africa’s youth are not only eager to compete but also to excel on the global stage.
[The Journey to Nigeria’s Inclusion] But as we celebrated Ghana’s achievements, a new goal began to take shape—a goal championed by the Convener of this initiative, Eugenia Tachie-Menson. The quest to see Nigeria, with its vast pool of talented young minds, represented in the Scripps National Spelling Bee, became a mission that we could not ignore. This mission was driven by two core beliefs.
First, the need to change the narrative of the African child from one who hungers for food to one who hungers for knowledge. It is imperative that our children are included in global educational programs, as they have as much potential and promise as any other child in the world. Second, we took inspiration from the visionary words of the godfather of Pan-Africanism, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, who, on a humid March night, in 1957, after leading the charge of gaining Ghana’s independence, proclaimed that “our independence is meaningless unless it is linked with the total liberation of the African continent.” In this context, Ghana’s solo participation in the Scripps Spelling Bee was too narrow a vision to accept. We envisioned a future where more African nations, starting with Nigeria, would stand on the global stage, showcasing the brilliance of our youth.
[The Inaugural Edition of Scripps Spelling Bee USA in Nigeria]We often hear that literacy is the foundation of education, but today, the definition of literacy extends far beyond just the ability to read and write. In our rapidly changing world, comprehension—truly understanding and processing what we read—is critical to the concept of literacy. It is no longer enough to simply decode words on a page; we must also grasp their meaning, context, and the nuanced layers of communication that they carry.
This is where a robust spelling program, such as the Scripps National Spelling Bee, plays an essential role as a co-curricular activity. While traditional curriculum-based learning provides the necessary framework for literacy, spelling programs complement this by deepening students’ understanding of language. Spelling, after all, is not just about memorizing words; it’s about learning the rules and patterns that govern language. This process enhances students’ ability to comprehend complex texts and to communicate their ideas with clarity and precision.
The Scripps Spelling Bee takes this even further by teaching the rudiments of spelling within a broader literacy context. English, as we know, is a language that has borrowed words from at least 13 different languages, each contributing unique elements to its structure. By exposing young learners to the origins and evolution of these words, the Scripps model gives them a richer, more informed understanding of how language works. This exposure not only improves their spelling but also enhances their overall literacy, helping them to see connections between words, meanings, and the diverse cultures from which English has drawn.
In this way, the Scripps Spelling Bee isn’t just a competition—it’s a comprehensive learning experience that equips students with the tools they need to navigate the complexities of language and communication in a globalized world. As educators and parents, it is our responsibility to provide such opportunities for our children, ensuring that their literacy skills are not only strong but also deeply rooted in understanding and context.
Today marks the realization of that vision. This maiden edition of the Scripps Spelling Bee USA in Nigeria will unfold in four phases, each meticulously designed to complement curriculum-based learning while imparting invaluable skills such as critical thinking, public speaking, and teamwork. Beyond the academic benefits, this program will also nurture social skills, instilling in our young Spellers a sense of confidence and resilience that will serve them well in all areas of life.
[Acknowledgments and Partnerships] No venture of this magnitude can succeed without the support of dedicated partners. We are deeply grateful to the Office of the Lagos State Governor, Lucid Education Initiative, Rotary International District 9112, and the American Business Council of Nigeria for their unwavering commitment to this cause. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Indomie Noodles, our title sponsor, and Checkers Custard, our co-sponsor, for believing in the power of this program to transform lives.
But the journey has just begun, and there is room for more corporate brands to join us in this noble endeavor. We invite you to partner with us as we work together to create a brighter future for our children.
[Conclusion and Call to Action] Finally, let us remember that this is more than just a competition. It is a celebration of knowledge, a platform for our children to shine, and an opportunity for us all to contribute to their growth and development. The ultimate reward for our Nigerian Spellers is an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C., where they will represent Nigeria in the centenary edition of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. This is not just a trip; it is an opportunity to stand alongside the brightest young minds from around the world, to learn, to compete, and to bring pride to Nigeria. With Nigeria joining Ghana, we are sending a powerful message: that Africa is here, ready to compete on the global stage…..and Ghana and Nigeria will have a new topic to feed our healthy rivalry besides the now famous jollof wars!
I urge parents, educators, civil society, and all who believe in the power of education to join us in making “Spell It Nigeria” a resounding success—a success that will endure for generations to come. Together, let us ensure that this initiative is one that has truly come to stay. Long live the youth of Nigeria, long live Ghana-Nigeria relations, long live the youth of Africa!
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Beyond Akinlade’s Dark Revelations About Ladi Adebutu – In the House of Betrayal, Walls Crumble on the Edifice of Deceit
Published
2 weeks agoon
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– The Unholy Alliance That Would Have Plunged Ogun into an Abyss”
– The Mirage of Ideology: A Power Grab Disguised as Leadership
In the grand theater of Nigerian politics, alliances are often forged not out of shared ideals but out of expedience. The coalition between Ladi Adebutu and Adekunle Akinlade was a classic case of such convenience—a marriage of strange bedfellows united only by their lust for power.
As the dust of the 2023 election settled, it became glaringly evident that their partnership was devoid of any genuine ideological foundation. Akinlade’s recent outburst, declaring that Ogun State was spared a calamity by Adebutu’s defeat, underscores the hollow nature of their alliance. It is an indictment not just of Adebutu’s leadership but of the entire campaign—a campaign that was more about seizing power than serving the people
The Illusion of Unity: When Convenience Breeds Contempt
Beneath the glittering facade of political ambition often lies a festering rot—a decay of principles, honour, and integrity. This grim reality has been laid bare in the aftermath of Ogun State’s 2023 gubernatorial race, where the once allied forces of Adebutu and Akinlade unraveled in a spectacle of mutual disdain.
Akinlade, the erstwhile deputy governorship candidate under the banner of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), has unleashed a scathing tirade against his former running mate, Adebutu, painting a picture of a disaster narrowly averted. Had Adebutu triumphed in the election, Akinlade argues, it would have heralded a season of despair for Ogun State—a sentiment that speaks volumes about the crumbling alliance that was, perhaps, doomed from the start.
A House Divided
Akinlade’s condemnation of Adebutu goes beyond mere political rhetoric; it reveals deep-seated animosity and a fundamental lack of trust that had simmered beneath the surface of their public alliance. His comparison of Adebutu to a child trapped in a man’s body—a leader bereft of the mental fortitude and maturity required for governance—lays bare the fractures that have long existed between them. This characterization is more than just an insult; it is a stark admission that their union was never truly cohesive, never truly built on a shared vision for Ogun State. Akinlade’s remarks are not just the sour grapes of a defeated politician—they are the bitter truths of a man who now feels unshackled by the chains of a failed alliance.
The Mirage of Ideology: A Power Grab Disguised as Leadership
What emerges from Akinlade’s diatribe is the revelation that their campaign was a mirage—an illusion of unity masking a void of ideology. In the absence of a coherent philosophy or vision, their joint ticket was nothing more than a vehicle for personal ambition. Akinlade’s declaration that Adebutu’s victory would have spelled disaster for Ogun State is a damning critique of their shared enterprise. It exposes their campaign as one driven by a hunger for power, rather than a genuine desire to uplift the state. The partnership was not rooted in a commitment to the people of Ogun but in a selfish pursuit of political dominance—a pursuit that, had it succeeded, would have left the state in ruins.
The Specter of Calamity: What Might Have Been
Akinlade’s imagery of divine intervention, with an imam’s prayer as the fulcrum that tipped the scales away from an impending disaster, is as poetic as it is ominous. The suggestion that Ogun State narrowly avoided a period of sorrow and backwardness paints a chilling picture of what could have been. It is a stark warning to the electorate of the dangers of electing leaders whose ambitions are not grounded in a sincere commitment to governance. Akinlade’s words serve as a cautionary tale—a reminder that the consequences of such ill-fated alliances can be catastrophic, not just for the politicians involved, but for the entire state they seek to govern.
A Prelude to Disaster: The Incompetence That Never Was
In his scathing assessment, Akinlade portrays Adebutu as a man wholly unfit for the rigors of leadership. His accusation that Adebutu’s father still provides him with a weekly allowance is a metaphorical dagger, cutting to the core of his former running mate’s credibility. This image of a man-child, incapable of managing his own affairs, let alone the complex machinery of state governance, is a brutal takedown of Adebutu’s persona. It suggests that Ogun State was saved not just from poor leadership, but from a catastrophe of incompetence that would have set the state back by years. The notion that Adebutu, despite his advanced age, lacks the maturity and judgment necessary for governance is a potent indictment, one that raises serious questions about the decision-making processes that led to his candidacy in the first place.
The Aftermath: End of a Fraught Alliance
As the political landscape of Ogun State continues to shift in the wake of the 2023 elections, the fallout between Adebutu and Akinlade serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers inherent in political alliances born out of expediency rather than conviction. Akinlade’s blistering critique of his former ally is not just an attack on Adebutu, but on the very nature of their campaign. It is a repudiation of the opportunism that drove their bid for power, and a stark warning to those who would seek to govern without a clear and principled vision.
Subheading: A Cautionary Tale: Lessons for the Electorate
In the final analysis, the saga of Adebutu and Akinlade is a cautionary tale for the electorate—a reminder that not all that glitters is gold. The allure of charismatic leadership and grand promises can often mask deeper flaws—flaws that, if left unchecked, can lead to disastrous consequences. Akinlade’s revelations should serve as a wake-up call to the people of Ogun State and beyond: to look beyond the surface, to question the motivations of those who seek their vote, and to demand leaders who are not just ambitious, but principled and committed to the common good.
The Path Not Taken: A Glimpse into a Dark, Alternative Future
As Ogun State moves forward under the leadership of Governor Dapo Abiodun, Akinlade’s words hang in the air like a specter—a glimpse into a dark alternative future that, by his account, the state narrowly escaped. The story of Adebutu and Akinlade is not just a tale of political betrayal, but a profound lesson in the perils of leadership unmoored from principle. It is a reminder that in the world of politics, as in life, the choices we make—and the alliances we form—can have far-reaching consequences. And sometimes, as Akinlade so vividly illustrates, the most important victories are the disasters we manage to avoid.
Source: The Capital
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NAHCON Chair, Arabi, Secretary, Kontagora Spend Third Day in EFCC’s Cell Over N90bn Hajj subsidy.
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3 weeks agoon
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The Executive Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria, Jalal Arabi, and the commission’s secretary, Abdullahi Kontagora who were arrested by the operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged mismanagement of the N90bn 2024 Hajj subsidy are currently spending their third day in the EFCC’s detection centre.
The duo were on Wednesday arrested by the operatives of the anti-graft agency which said, “A total of SR314,098 was recovered,” from the NAHCON chairman and other ranking officials.
The EFCC said its investigation revealed that from the N90bn Hajj subsidy, Arabi, fraudulently overpaid himself and others the necessary operational cost.
The approved 2024 Hajj operational cost for the Chairman/CEO
Commissioners, Secretary and Directors/Chief of Staff in the 2024 budget are stipulated as $4,250, $12,750, $3,825 and $15,300, respectively.
The EFCC, however, alleged that: “The chairman fraudulently overpaid himself, the commissioners, secretary and directors for the 2024 hajj operational cost.
“The chairman was entitled to SR15,929 but he got SR50,000; three commissioners who were meant to get SR 15,929 each received SR 40,000 each. The secretary got SR 30,000 instead of SR14,336. Directors/Chief of Staff received SR 30,000 instead of the SR2,550 they were entitled to.
The total of
SR314,098 were recovered from all of them.”
It would be recalled that the EFCC quizzed Arabi on July 29 and released him on bail.
Also, last week Wednesday, some top officials of the Hajj commission were arrested by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission over alleged mismanagement or diversion of the N90bn subsidy.
A document revealed that SR 8,614,175.27 cash withdrawal out of the N90bn released by the Federal Government to the commission is yet to be accounted for by NAHCON.
The document partly read, “The sum of N90bn was released by the Federal Government of Nigeria to the National Hajj Commission to subsidise the 2024 Hajj Operations by the Federal Government of Nigeria.
“The total sum of N1, 764,705,937.62 was deducted by the Central Bank of Nigeria as bank charges.
“The sum of N88, 235,294,063.72 was subsequently converted into United States dollars at the rate of N1,416.13, which amounted to USD 62,307,164.48 and thereafter transferred into NAHCON British SAAB Account in Saudi Arabia.
“The sum of USD 62,307,164.48 was converted to Saudi Riyal at the rate of N3,748, which amounted to the sum of SR 233,527,252.47.
“That the opening balance of the IBAN-E track for 2024 Hajj activities was SR 19,813,810.89 and has an inflow of SR 485,000,000.00 from NAHCON with a closing balance of SR 78,985,266.03.
“That the closing balance is inclusive of the SR20,637,908.23 refunded from the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Saudi Arabia.
“That the total sum of SR 22, 815,367.74 was withdrawn cash from the British SAAB account by one Abubakar Muhammed Lamin in Saudi Arabia during the 2024 Hajj operation.
“The expected cash payment for services and allowances to staff and stakeholders is SR 14,905,910.47.
“That the total sum of SR 8,614,175.27 cash withdrawal is yet to be accounted for by NAHCON.”
Meanwhile, an investigation into the commission’s activities since 2022 resulted in the recovery of estacodes paid to staff who did not undertake study tours and payments made to Shuraka’a al-Khair Group Ltd for services that were not rendered.
The document stated, “While investigation commenced on the criminal aspect which has led to the recovery of Estacodes paid to staff, who did not travel to Indonesia for study tour, also recoveries were made for services not rendered of the sum of SR 1,026,000.00 and SR 1,780,019.99, being purported 7.5% of consultancy paid to Shuraka’a al-Khair Group Ltd for debt recover of the sum SR20, 637,908.23 from the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Saudi Arabia.”
The document stated that all supporting documents for payment of the consultancy services, including the Executive Chairman’s approval, were fraudulently backdated to January 23, 2024, to enable the payment of the sum of SAR 780, 019, 59 to Shuraka’a al-Khair Group Ltd on April 14, 2024.
“The first suspect, Jalal Arabi, confessed that the consultant did not render any services.
“A meeting of the Expanded Transitional Exco was held on 25th January 2024 with seven members and 18 staff in attendance but the payment of the consultancy services to Shuraka’a al-Khair Group Ltd was not discussed.
“The commission’s secretary slotted the approval for the payment of the 7.5% consultancy to Shuraka’a al-Khair Group Ltd in the minutes of the Expanded Transitional Exco meeting as item 10 under AOB to enable the perfection of the documentation to steal the funds.
“That the said sum of SR1,026,000.00, equivalent to about N430,920,000 Million, was also recovered from one Eastern Gulf Company Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
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